If you’ve always wondered whether the world of glass art is for you, then this is your class! No experience is required in this one day course where you will learn the basic techniques of Stained Glass copper foil method and leave with a beautiful piece of art. Skill sets you will learn are how to score and break glass, grind, build to a pattern, apply copper foil, assemble, solder, patina, and polish. Upon completion of this class, you will have a completed a 6-10 piece project, and have learned the basic skills of copper foil and will move you toward future novice classes in either foil or lead. All materials, hand tools and equipment are included. Safety: Closed toe shoes, safety glasses, and a sense of humour are mandatory. You may bring your own safety glasses, or they are available for use from the Centre. If you have an old pair of nicely fitting leather or heat resistant gloves, they will be useful, but not essential. Hand strength and standing for parts of the class is required. YOUR TUTOR Patti DiFlorio. Patti DiFlorio is a passionate and trained stained glass artisan utilizing traditional and classic methods in copper foil and leaded glass designs. DATES & TIME SAT MAR 8th 9:30am to 4:00pm WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING Closed toe shoes Leather or heat-resistant gloves (optional) Safety Glasses (or GB Arts can provide them) Wear clothes to get messy in Tie back for long hair ACCESSIBILITY Standing for part of class Hand strength and coordination required